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PSYCHOLOGIST (CLINICAL OR FORENSIC)

MHC Residential Homes

About the role: We are seeking to recruit a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist, to be based at Glyn Rhosyn Care Home with Nursing, which may include travel to other MHC locations, according to the needs of the role.

We are looking for an innovative and motivated Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to deliver psychology support and structured interventions for residents. We are looking for someone with relevant experience from previous practice. We would be interested to hear from Consultant Psychologists or from a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist with relevant experience and skills supporting people with a Learning Disability, Mental Health Diagnosis and/or Complex Needs, including experience and relevant training in recognised Risk Assessments.

Good working knowledge of therapeutic approaches, research and evidence based practices are essential for this role. Experience of working as part of an MDT and working directly with residents and staff is vital.

The ability to be innovative; a focus on quality; and being a team player are essential qualities for this post.

As the Clinical or Forensic Psychologist at MHC your role will include;

• Working autonomously within professional and organisational guidelines and policy. Exercising responsibility for the governance of psychological practice within MHC.
• Providing Psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to residents and acting as a specialist resource to the wider professional community as needed.
• Developing appropriate assessments, formulation and interventions for the people in our care
• Working collaboratively as a member of the Multidisciplinary team
• Providing systemic support and training to the nursing and support team to assist in the delivery of effective care and support to residents, supporting a Psychologically Informed Environment.

Benefits of Working with us:

• Competitive pay
• Long service reward at year 5
• Career development and training
• Work place pension
• On-site parking
• Free eye care vouchers
• Blue light card discounts
• Enhanced maternity package
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

Company Funded Benefits: Free DBS check, flu vaccination and Hepatitis B vaccination.

Salary: £75,000 - £84,000 Pro Rata, DOE

Requirements: HCPC registration as a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist

Hours of Work: 1-2 days per week, up to 16 hours (to be discussed at interview)

Contract Type: Permanent

Equal Opportunities: MHC are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all who believe they fit the essential requirements for this role regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

How to Apply: Please complete the short application and upload your CV, alternatively for an informal discussion about this role you can contact Jessica Edwards, Interim Director of Operations (Residential) or MHC Workforce Team on 01824 572 020.

(We reserve the right to bring forward our closing date, without notice in the event of high volumes of interest).

*Please note, successful applicants must be at least 18 years old*

*Please note, that MHC is currently not offering any new sponsorship for roles at this time*

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